Chief of Police

CPISD; Center (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania seeks a Director to lead a district police department, overseeing daily operations and ensuring enforcement of laws and district policies. The role requires strategic coordination with other district leaders and campus principals to maintain a safe environment for students and staff.

The position emphasizes supervision, training, and oversight of investigations, budgets, and personnel to deliver efficient law enforcement and safety programs across the district.

Qualifications

• Requires Texas Peace Officer license (TCOLE) and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Candidates must possess a Peace Officer’s License.
• Must have a clear and valid Texas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage district police department daily operations.
• Coordinate enforcement with other directors and campus principals; develop safety programs.
• Review and update safety plans; provide staff training.
• Investigate complaints against officers or staff and make recommendations.

Skills

Police operations

Criminal investigations

Budget & staffing

Use of firearms

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Texas Peace Officer license (TCOLE)

Peace Officer’s License

Texas driver’s license

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage district police department. Coordinate daily operations of department to provide safe environment for students and staff. Ensure enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Texas Peace Officer license issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Possess Peace Officer’s License
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of overall operations of a police department
• Knowledge of criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs
• Bondable as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h)
• Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• 5 years law enforcement experience in supervisory or command capacity

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Department Management

1. Direct the daily operations of the district police department to ensure effective law enforcement.
2. Coordinate enforcement activities with other department directors and campus principals and work cooperatively to develop and implement preventative security programs, gang management plans, and other safety programs.
3. Review and updated Standard Response Protocol Safety Plans and present training to staff.
4. Investigate and make recommendations on all complaints and accusations made against district police officers or staff.

Law Enforcement

1. Ensure enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the scope of board policy and the jurisdiction of district.
2. Prepare and present Criminal Justice studies to students taking Criminal Justice classes.
3. Oversee investigation of criminal activities that occur within the district’s jurisdiction and support other agencies conducting investigations.
4. Serve as district liaison to state and local law enforcement agencies and juvenile authorities and represent the district on assigned committees and task forces.

Safety

1. Develop department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.

Personnel Management

1. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
2. Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
3. Prepare, review, and revise police department job descriptions.

Administration

1. Maintain property room for storage of weapons and contraband confiscated on district property.
2. Compile and administer department budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of police officers, security guards, and department clerical staff.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearm, handcuffs, alarm system, security equipment, two-way radio, alarm system and other security equipment, fire extinguisher, and standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing

Motion: Strenuous walking and climbing; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent driving

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying

Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather). Frequent districtwide travel

Other: Specific hearing and visual requirements. May be subject to adverse and hazardous working conditions, including violent and armed confrontations. Ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously.